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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters Fourteen through Sixteen.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The central symptoms of a migraine are described as disorders of ________ in this book.
(a) Understanding.
(b) Movement.
(c) Activity.
(d) Arousal.

2. Another uncommon drug therapy for migraines which has been prescribed by Sacks is _____________.
(a) Weight loss drugs.
(b) Amphetamines.
(c) Psychotropics.
(d) Downers.

3. What is NOT one of the basic pieces of advice that Sacks offers for those who are suffering from migraines?
(a) Go on a holiday.
(b) Get rest.
(c) Eat chocolate.
(d) Get sufficient exercise.

4. The ________ who was restricted from normal social activities might be suffering from migraines as a result of depression.
(a) Nun.
(b) Student.
(c) Monk.
(d) Priest.

5. Sacks wants to point out that there are few _________ that have any value in helping with a migraine case.
(a) Studies.
(b) Generalizations.
(c) Activities.
(d) Movements.

Short Answer Questions

1. Sacks says that the only way to test the family connection theory of migraines is to see if a child with migraines in his family develops migraines when living with a ____________.

2. Many people who are experiencing migraines may seem to become _________ before they begin to show any other signs.

3. In the case of menstrual migraines, Sacks points out that _________ may be helpful in controlling the pain.

4. What tends to increase over the course of an experience of a migraine headache?

5. Some migraine patients may also hear noises, such as a low growl or a _________ as a part of their hallucinations.

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